Grief is a natural response to loss. It can be overwhelming sometimes because it makes you want to give up on life and isolate yourself for as long as possible. The pain of losing someone hits you shortly after they are gone because initially, all you feel is numbness; the pain is there, but you can’t completely feel it. It is like an empty void, and nothing can fill it. After a few days pass by, it starts hitting you like a truck because now you start to accept that your loved one is gone forever and there is nothing you can do to bring them back. It is in these moments that you must give yourself space to feel any emotion, whether it is pain, anger, or sadness, but it is also important to seek therapy so that you can overcome the trauma and heal. Therapy gives you a safe space to process your feelings and gain emotional stability. Let’s learn more about seeking therapy to overcome grief and how it impacts your life.
The Importance of Therapy in Grief
When we are grieving, we feel several emotions all at once, which can be hard for us to deal with alone. Therapy allows us to work through our feelings and provide each emotion some space to regulate accordingly with the support of a trained professional around us who knows exactly what to do. This way, we not only identify the stages of our grief but also understand which emotion needs what type of attention and care. A therapist can provide you with coping mechanisms when it becomes difficult to manage your emotions.
Therapy’s Role in Adjusting to Life After Loss
To start with your regular life after the loss of a loved one can be a daunting task. Even the simplest things like getting out of bed, making coffee, taking a shower, or putting away a pile of clothes can feel like an overstimulating task. You may find yourself ignoring everything and isolating yourself. Therapy helps you move forward in these situations. It cannot erase the grief, but it can help you find new ways to live, even with the pain. Over time, with the help of a counselor, it becomes possible to find moments of joy and purpose again.
Conclusion
Grief is unavoidable, but we can try to overcome it by reaching out to our loved ones and seeking therapy. In “We Have Feelings Too,” author Dr. Joan Hill shares the heartfelt journey of Oleta Marie Jones through grief after the sudden loss of her husband. The book illustrates the importance of honoring cherished memories while learning to navigate the pain of loss. It shows the power of reconnecting with loved ones and seeking support as you adjust to a new normal. This book offers hope, just as therapy does, by reminding us that life continues, and with the right support, we can find peace amid heartache.
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